April Virgen
Lawndale,CA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant student seeking an externship opportunity to apply clinical knowledge and hands-on training in a healthcare setting. Bringing a strong background in client care, sanitation, and communication from a professional hairstyling career to deliver compassionate, patient-centered support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Hairstylist
Floyd's 99
Hermosa Beach, CA
05.2009 - Current
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the workstation, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Built strong client relationships through exceptional service and communications.
- Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing stylist productivity and minimizing wait times.
- Processed payments, entering sales in the register for prompt customer service.
- Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
- Enhanced the salon's reputation by consistently delivering personalized and high-quality haircuts and styling.
- Received the Rock Star 100 award for having a perfect client satisfaction score during the 2025 4th quarter.
Education
Medical Assistant, EKG Tech, Phlebotomy
AUMT
Carson, CA09-2026
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
S.C.R.O.C.
Torrance, CA06-2006
Skills
- Strong communication and patient rapport
- Scheduling Patients
- HIPAA compliance and confidentiality
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) familiarity
- Taking vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration)
- Infant measuring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- CPR and First Aid Certified (American Heart Association)
- Immunization administration (IM, ID, SubQ)
- EKG training
- Throat Culture
- Specimens collection and processing
- Insurance verification
- Medical billing and coding
- Sterile technique
Timeline
Hairstylist
Floyd's 99
05.2009 - Current
Medical Assistant, EKG Tech, Phlebotomy
AUMT
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
S.C.R.O.C.